The advancement on the resolution is a victory for lawmkaers who have been arguing that Congress, not the president, should have the power to send troops to war, as spelled out in the Constitution.
According to regional analysts, Gulf leaders fear that even a limited American strike on Iranian energy or military infrastructure could provoke retaliatory attacks targeting vital infrastructure.
“Iran’s shadow banking system facilitates the illicit transfer of funding for terrorist purposes,” said Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury.
The UAE as a strategic economic partner
Those who signed up for the “self-sacrifice” scheme have agreed to carry out actions like forming human chains around power stations.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei called US claims a "shameless distortion" and an attempt to obscure the reality of the attack.
The regime’s process has ensured that only those who subscribe to Velayat-e Faqih and demonstrate commitment to the state religion are eligible for opportunities that provide financial stability.
The UN Security Council has recognized the board, though many major powers have not joined Washington's main Middle Eastern allies and some middling and smaller states in signing up.
Syria’s health ministry said emergency and ambulance teams had responded to the explosion, which killed one soldier and wounded around 12 people.
Iraq condemned recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, vowed cooperation in the investigation, and moved to distance Iranian-backed militias amid growing US pressure.
Explosions were heard on Qeshm Island, where air defenses had been triggered, and pro-regime protesters chanted against Israel and the UAE, following US warnings of possible strikes.
